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In pictures: PRS SE Zach Myers Signature unboxed

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By Michael Brown ( Total Guitar ) published 7 July 2014

We inspect the Shinedown guitarist's semi-hollow

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PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

Few PRS models have caused quite as much of a stir as Zach Myers’ fresh take on the SE format, and guitar fans are still raving about the Shinedown man’s design skills.

For anyone who hasn’t yet caught a glimpse of the guitar’s Trampas Green charms, we thought we’d give you a guided tour through its unique traits.

For the full review of the PRS SE Zach Myers Signature, check out Total Guitar issue 254.

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PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

As we said earlier, that finish is called Trampas Green – it’s a kind of denim wash, and the f-hole offsets it nicely

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PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

The Zach Myers’ sides and back are relatively plain, but they sure look classy – we love the transparent volume and tone controls, too

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PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

Two of PRS’s SE 245 ‘zebra’ humbuckers fill the pickup cavities, while the bridge is a PRS Adjustable Stoptail

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PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

The trademark PRS scoop returns, offering easy upper-fret access

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PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

Here’s a better look at the rear of the guitar, including the satin-finished neck

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PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

PRS SE Zach Myers Signature

Whether you’re a Shinedown fan or not, we have to hand it to Zach: he knows how to design a good-looking guitar

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